City of Grand Rapids
Executive Office
Overview
The Executive Office (Office of the City Manager), is led by and facilitates the work of the City’s chief executive, the City Manager. The City Manager’s role, authority and principal responsibilities are established by City Charter. Direct reports of the City Manager include the Deputy City Manager (Chief Operating Officer), Assistant City Manager (Chief Administrative Officer), Police Chief, Fire Chief, Chief Financial Officer, and Managing Director of Equity and Oversight. With and through them, the City Manager leads City operations and implements policies enacted by the City Commission. The City Manager collaborates with other appointed officials (Attorney, Clerk, Treasurer), the elected City Comptroller, and provides policy recommendations to the City Commission. The Executive Office provides leadership and guidance on organizational culture and competencies, values, strategy and accountability. This includes developing and implementing the Strategic Plan, which guides current and future investments through the City’s budgeting process.
Policies and Orders
The Executive Office of the City of Grand Rapids administers a structured set of policies and orders that guide its governance, operations, and employee conduct. They are divided into the following categories:
Contact Us
Phone 616.456.3165
Email manager@grcity.us
Location 300 Monroe Ave NW
Hours
Meetings in the Executive Office are by appointment only. Please email or call to schedule an appointment. Any walk-ins can request a meeting through the plaza level ambassador.
